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Joe Rooney

Pollo Asado Recipe: Easy Authentic Grilled Chicken

Experience a burst of smoky, citrusy goodness with this Pollo Asado recipe. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful weekend cookout, this marinated chicken combines chipotle peppers, lime, and orange juice for a tender, juicy result every time.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 322
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or boneless skinless chicken breast sliced in half lengthwise
  • 2 teaspoon olive oil
  • 4-5 tablespoon water (for pan frying cooking method, optional)
  • 1 can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (7 oz can)
  • 4 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 4 tablespoon fresh orange juice
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro
  • 6 garlic cloves
  • 1 medium onions (quartered)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground Coriander (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper

Method
 

  1. Combine all marinade ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth and well incorporated.
  2. Place the chicken and marinade in a large airtight container or Ziploc bag and toss to coat evenly.
  3. Refrigerate the chicken for at least 15 to 30 minutes, ideally overnight for the best flavor.
  4. For grilling, heat the grill to high (350°F-400°F) and lightly oil it.
  5. Grill the chicken for 15 to 30 minutes, turning occasionally until it reaches 165°F internally.
  6. To pan sear, warm olive oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  7. Add chicken along with marinade to the pan and cook for 5 minutes; flip and continue cooking for another 3 to 5 minutes until done.
  8. If the sauce begins to dry in the skillet, add a bit of water to keep it moist.
  9. Drizzle the remaining pan sauce over the cooked chicken before serving.
  10. For air frying, brush the air fryer basket with olive oil.
  11. Place chicken pieces in the basket and air fry at 400°F for 8 minutes.
  12. Flip the chicken and continue air frying for another 6 to 7 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  13. Enjoy your flavorful Pollo Asado and remember to rate this recipe to support us!

Notes

  • Store leftover cooked pollo asado in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can freeze both cooked and uncooked marinated chicken for up to 6 months. For reheating, microwave with a splash of water for 2 minutes or warm in a skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side.